Episodes

A New Year; A New Challenge
19
Jan. 7, 2023

A New Year; A New Challenge

Jann, Sarah and Adam catch up about their holiday breaks and ringing in 2023. Jann sparks a discussion about new year's resolutions and issues a challenge to Sarah & Adam. In this week's bonus conversation on the podcast: Jann and Sarah talk about Greta Thunberg winning the internet (again).
Looking Back at 2022 – Part Three
18
Dec. 31, 2022

Looking Back at 2022 – Part Three

Caitlin’s picks for the best moments of 2022 with stories from Rick Mercer, Jann Arden superfan Susan Dunn, and a flashback to the infamous kegger wedding. Here are some of the crew's best of 2022 picks: Caitlin: Favourite Song of 2022 “Sticky” Drake Favourite Album of 2022 Beyoncé - Renaissance Favourite Movie of 2022 - The Banshees of Inisherin Favourite Series of 2022 - White Lotus & Severance Favourite Book of 2022 - Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel Favourite Internet Moment of 2...
Looking Back at 2022 – Part Two
17
Dec. 23, 2022

Looking Back at 2022 – Part Two

In this holiday episode, we talk Christmas and holiday traditions with Bryan Adams and George Stroumboulopoulos and welcome back Caitlin Green to hear about her first Christmas with little Will!
Looking Back at 2022 – Part One
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Dec. 17, 2022

Looking Back at 2022 – Part One

Jann, Sarah & Adam look back on some of their favourite moments from 2022 including conversations with Ziya Tong, Tessa Virtue, and The First Lady of Iceland, Eliza Reid.
Opting-In with George Stroumboulopoulos
15
Dec. 9, 2022

Opting-In with George Stroumboulopoulos

On this week's episode, Strombo and Jann dig into their love for music, fond memories of their mothers, and bring light to conversations not everyone wants to discuss, like the food crisis in Syria . George Stroumboulopoulos is an award-winning broadcaster, producer, filmmaker and humanitarian. His Apple Music radio show, STROMBO, is heard in over 160 countries. He is also the curator of Strombo’s Lit for Apple Books. His 30 years in television and radio broadcasting include roles as host and e...
Let’s Get Christmas Going  with Bryan Adams
14
Dec. 3, 2022

Let’s Get Christmas Going with Bryan Adams

Jann & co get into the holiday spirit with a little help from a very special guest, Bryan Adams! They discuss his appearance on JANN Alone for The Holidays (which you can watch on CTV on December 9th at 9pm ET), his holiday favourites, new music, and more! We loved hearing the story about how his daughter inspired his new Christmas Song: Let’s Get Christmas Going. Bryan has actually released four new albums this year, including his Grammy Nominated Best Rock Performance song So Happy It Hurts.
Courage & Design with Tommy Smythe
13
Nov. 25, 2022

Courage & Design with Tommy Smythe

Jann Arden’s talented friend Tommy Smythe joins the podcast to discuss his new Urban Barn collection. One of his recent instagram posts sparks a discussion about kindness and courage inspired by the recent shooting at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs. For 15+ years, Tommy Smythe has been travelling the world in search of lifestyle stories. His passion for design, architecture and hospitality lead him to communities and cultures of all kinds and audiences continue to grow on different platform...
Doom & Bloom with Ziya Tong
12
Nov. 19, 2022

Doom & Bloom with Ziya Tong

On this week’s episode, award-winning host and author Ziya Tong is back sharing her passion for science, nature and technology. Jann and Ziya talk about her upcoming documentary on micro-plastics, Sarah asks about the changes she’s noticed in the environment since she hosted Discovery Canada’s Daily Planet , and the gang gets into a Twitter discussion surrounding Elon Musk. For more information on Ziya Tong: https://www.speakers.ca/speakers/ziya-tong/. Learn more about the new petition Jann spok...
Canada’s Olympic Sweetheart, Tessa Virtue
11
Nov. 12, 2022

Canada’s Olympic Sweetheart, Tessa Virtue

Jann Arden welcomes celebrated Olympian-turned-Executive Advisor Tessa Virtue for a conversation about her transition out of competitive ice dancing. Jann and Sarah ask her about finding confidence on and off the ice, her relationship with Toronto Maple Leafs Defenceman Morgan Rielly, going back to school, and what she dreams of doing next! Having retired from skating, Tessa joined Deloitte as an Executive Advisor, working with the firm's senior leaders and their clients to translate her learnin...
When The Fog Rolls In
10
Nov. 5, 2022

When The Fog Rolls In

On this episode: Sarah and Jann talk about seeing each other IRL (in real life, as the kids say) for their first in-person meeting in Toronto. Sarah prompts Jann to revisits the first time she heard herself on the radio with a discussion about a disruptive music start-up company that was on Dragon’s Den this week ( Side Door co-founded by Juno award-winning artist Dan Mangan). And, they reflect on the presence of mental health in songs, inspired by Selena Gomez’s new single and documentary.
Trick or Tweet 🎃
9
Oct. 29, 2022

Trick or Tweet 🎃

Jann, Sarah & Adam take a trip down memory lane for Halloween discussing everything from costumes to scary movies and trick or treating. Jann also sheds some light on a recent tweet that sparked hatred online. Don’t forget to send us your pet Halloween costumes @JannArdenPod on Instagram and Twitter !
My Special Guests...Juno Rinaldi & Jenny Young
8
Oct. 22, 2022

My Special Guests...Juno Rinaldi & Jenny Young

This week, Jann and Sarah are joined by award-winning actors, writers and producers Juno Rinaldi and Jenny Young to talk about their new mock late-night talk show, MY SPECIAL GUEST (Archipelago Productions). Find all episodes streaming now on YouTube
Home For a Rest with Vince Ditrich
7
Oct. 15, 2022

Home For a Rest with Vince Ditrich

Spirit of the West Drummer Vince Ditrich joins Jann and Sarah to talk about his second book, The Vicar's Knickers. Jann just returned home from filming the upcoming Jann Show Christmas special; she drops some special guest teases. They also discuss spending time alone on Thanksgiving, and if they're comfortable hanging out alone at the movies. As if Jann snuck Poppy into a movie theatre... If you're in Calgary, catch Vince's in store appearance at ‘Owl’s Nest Books’ Saturday, Oct 22, 1-3pm. 815a...
Let’s Talk About Sex, with Cynthia Lloyst
6
Oct. 8, 2022

Let’s Talk About Sex, with Cynthia Lloyst

Jann welcomes back an old friend, Cynthia Lloyst to discuss the new season of The Social, a recent reunion with friend and journalist Lisa LaFlamme, and how to have conversations with your kids about sex.
Jann’s Guide to the Hitchiker's Galaxy
5
Oct. 1, 2022

Jann’s Guide to the Hitchiker's Galaxy

Jann, Sarah and Adam discuss the changing of the seasons, a hitchhiking story from Jann’s past and the strength of the women protesting around the world as inspired by the story of Mahsa Amini.
Iceland’s First Lady, Eliza Reid
4
Sept. 24, 2022

Iceland’s First Lady, Eliza Reid

The Canadian-born First Lady of Iceland, Eliza Reid joins Jann to talk about her book Secrets of the Sprakkar: Iceland's Extraordinary Women and How They Are Changing the World , a book about a tiny country leading gender equality world-wide. She inspires Jann, Sarah and Adam to have a discussion about taking risks and finding a fulfilling life. https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/Secrets-of-the-Sprakkar/Eliza-Reid/9781982174040
Back to School
3
Sept. 17, 2022

Back to School

Jann chats with Sarah Burke about her back to school memories plus an update on Patrick Carney's urn. Please stick around for bonus content where Jann discusses the results from her recent Twitter pole about relationships.
Unpacking Grief with Erin Davis
2
Sept. 10, 2022

Unpacking Grief with Erin Davis

Jann welcomes veteran broadcaster and friend Erin Davis to talk about her experience with grief, her fantastic book and a discussion about women aging in the spotlight https://www.erindavis.com
OMG! It's Season Two
1
Sept. 3, 2022

OMG! It's Season Two

Join Jann, Caitlin, Sarah and Adam as we kick season two off with a bang! Lots of topics to discuss and some wonderful news to share.
Best of Show #4 - Media Mavens
145
Aug. 27, 2022

Best of Show #4 - Media Mavens

Jann chats with Robyn Doolittle, Meredith Shaw, Mary Berg and Ziya Tong
Best of Show #3 - Amazing Actors
144
Aug. 20, 2022

Best of Show #3 - Amazing Actors

Jann talks to Elisha Cuthbert, Dani Kind, Meredith McNeill and Zoie Palmer.
Best of Show #2 - Funny People
143
Aug. 13, 2022

Best of Show #2 - Funny People

Jann talks to Rick Mercer, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Jonathan Torrens and Gearoid Farrelly.
Best of Show #1 - Musical Moments
142
Aug. 6, 2022

Best of Show #1 - Musical Moments

Jann talks to Anne Murray, Tegan & Sara, Max Kerman from the Arkells and Sarah McLachlan
Thank You For Being a Friend
141
July 30, 2022

Thank You For Being a Friend

An update on Susan Dunn and a big conversation on friendship. Jann & Caitlin discuss the case for fewer friends, stronger connections and how these important relationships change as we age.